Which specific faculty does Matthew's version include that is not explicitly mentioned in the original Deuteronomy 6:5 text?
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Correct answer: Mind
Deuteronomy 6:5 lists heart, soul, and strength. Matthew 22:37 includes 'mind' (dianoia), emphasizing the intellectual devotion required in loving God.
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